Enugu Skill Fest 2026: Chimaobi Sam Atu Honoured as Human Development Ambassador _....Federal Lawmaker Dedicates Award to Enugu Youths, Pledges Support for YADI’s Training Centre and Youth Empowerment Vision_

ENUGU, September 20, 2026 — The Member representing Enugu North and South Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Chimaobi Sam Atu, has been honoured with the Human Development Ambassador Award at the Enugu Skill Fest 2026 in recognition of his commitment to human capital and youth development.

The award was presented during the youth-focused event organised by the Youth Awakening and Development Initiative (YADI), which brought together young entrepreneurs, innovators, skilled youths and stakeholders from across the state.

Receiving the honour, Hon. Atu dedicated the award to the youths of Enugu State, describing them as central to the development and future of the state.

The federal lawmaker also commended the YADI team for creating a platform that places youth development, entrepreneurship and human capital development at the centre of public discourse.

According to Atu, initiatives such as the Enugu Skill Fest provide young people with opportunities to showcase their abilities, connect with potential partners and position themselves for greater economic opportunities.

Speaking on the importance of investing in young people, Atu said the initiative aligns with the leadership philosophy of the Enugu State Government under Governor Peter Mbah, particularly the belief that any society seeking sustainable progress must deliberately develop its youth constituency.

He referenced the administration's mantra, “Our Tomorrow Is Here,” as a reflection of the importance of preparing young people for leadership, entrepreneurship and economic participation.

Beyond accepting the award, Atu expressed his willingness to support the YADI team in advancing its youth development agenda.

He particularly pledged support toward the organisation's vision of establishing a training centre and procuring a bus to strengthen its capacity to reach and train more young people.

The lawmaker expressed confidence in the ability of Enugu youths to compete effectively beyond the state and Nigeria, noting that with the right platforms, training and opportunities, young people from Enugu can take their place on the global stage.

The Enugu Skill Fest 2026 attracted several dignitaries and stakeholders who joined thousands of young people at the event.

Among those present were Hon. Dr. Obi Ozor, Commissioner for Transport, Enugu State; Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Nnamani, APC flag bearer for Nkanu West Constituency in the Enugu State House of Assembly; Dr. Williams Uchemba, Special Adviser to the Governor of Enugu State; Engr. Jerry Patrick Onuakibe; Dr. Duke Nwafor; Dr. Chika Ugwuoke; Engr. Paul Basil; Hon. Anthony Nwachukwu; Hon. Chinedu Okwu (Otaka); and Hon. Prisca Okeke Gbamilar, among others.

The gathering underscored the growing conversation around youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, skills development and human capital investment in Enugu State.

The Enugu Skill Fest was conceived as a platform to address the gap between possessing a skill and being able to turn that skill into a sustainable livelihood.

Through exhibitions, business pitches, networking opportunities and empowerment initiatives, the organisers sought to connect young entrepreneurs with potential investors, customers, employers and established business leaders.

For Hon. Chimaobi Sam Atu, the Human Development Ambassador Award became another opportunity to draw attention to the importance of investing in the people who represent the future of Enugu.

His dedication of the award to the state's youths also placed the recognition within the broader objective of building a generation equipped to create, innovate and compete in an increasingly global economy.

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